Folkestone Castle, Norman castle ruins on Castle Hill in Folkestone, England
The fortification includes substantial earth banks and defensive ditches encircling the summit, with an inner oval enclosure that contained residential structures.
Built around 1095 after the Norman Conquest, the castle replaced an earlier fortress near the harbor that fell into the sea due to coastal erosion.
The excavations conducted by Augustus Pitt Rivers in 1878 marked the first scientific investigation of a medieval site in British archaeology.
The castle grounds remain open throughout the year, with a circular path allowing visitors to examine the defensive structures and observe the Channel Tunnel entrance.
A deep well measuring over 60 feet inside the ringwork provided water during medieval times, ensuring the castle's self-sufficiency during extended periods.
Location: Folkestone
Inception: 1095
GPS coordinates: 51.09850,1.16078
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:13
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